2014 Perseid Meteor Shower

I had an opportunity early this morning to view the Perseid Meteor Shower.

My girlfriend and I were able to see several "shooting stars", probably at a rate of one every two minutes. The trick was to find someplace dark enough, yet on a steep enough angle so we could stay in the car and lay back in the seats. Thanks to the construction on Highway 24 between IL 96 and Interstate 172, we were able to find almost the perfect spot.